November 27, 2022: A Life of Gratitude

Text: 2 Corinthians 5:14-15

Gratitude is meant to be lived out on a daily basis. Sentiments and words are important, but don't stop there! Express your gratitude through humble obedience and by loving the people around you. A fine expression of gratitude is given in our sermon text. In this message we'll make application of this to daily life.

November 20, 2022: Facts, Feelings, and the Cross

Text: Psalm 22

During trials, suffering, and grief we often feel alone, forgotten, and even at our breaking point. David expresses this despair, Jesus embodied it on the cross, and believers still face it. However, in every chapter of this story, God shows Himself faithful leading to praise, hope, and a future worth any suffering we might face in this life.

November 13, 2022: What Makes This Church Stand Out?

Guest Speaker, former pastor, Steve Pettit

Sermon text: I Corinthians 4

We need to live life with a mindset that will keep us moving through the most troubled seas of life while asking others to follow our example. This mindset is what allows our Lord to build His church regardless of the challenges we face individually and/or as a collective body.

November 6, 2022: The Way of Wisdom

Be Strong series message 16

Text: I Corinthians 1:18-31

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. As we traverse Scripture we see the most profound expression of God's wisdom is found in the gospel, in the person and work of His Son Jesus Christ.

October 23, 2022: All Day!

Be Strong series message 14

Text: Proverbs 23:17

It's easy to be drawn to things that "sparkle" in this world and under appreciate all that God's given us. The remedy for this temptation is to set our mind on things above, and remember that our life is hidden with Christ in God.

October 9, 2022: Watch Your Mouth!

Be Strong series message 12

Text: Proverbs 15:4

God's Word has much to say about the power of words - our sermon theme from Proverbs for this Sunday! A wise person knows the weight of his or her words and uses them accordingly. With our tongue we either bless God or curse our fellow man - let's be sure to bless God AND build one another up with our words! Our words have such tremendous capability to destroy or give life.

October 2, 2022: Folly's Lure

Be Strong series message 11

Text: Proverbs 9:13-18

In this message, we are reminded of the Father's great love for us and also consider a warning passage from Proverbs 9:13-18. Folly is always clamoring for our attention and affections - we'll identify her tactics as she seeks to distract us and satisfy us with lesser things.

September 11, 2022: A Snare!

Be Strong series message 8

Text: Proverbs 29:25

The fear of man will prove a snare. Truer words have never been written! The fear of man is a contrast to what is healthy and yields blessing - the fear of the Lord. This is, understandably, such a big struggle for many - concerning ourselves too much with other people's opinions and our own reputation. Scripture states the problem and gives a powerful prescription that we will unpack and expound, as we encourage one another to entrust ourselves fully to the Lord.

September 4, 2022: Christ Our Treasure

Be Strong series message 7

Text: Ephesians 3:10

Seeking wisdom - seeking the Lord - is our "one thing" that we should desire and run after. For believers now, that pursuit is spelled out clearly for us in the New Testament - Christ is the pure  expression of God's Wisdom and is the One we treasure in our hearts. 

August 28, 2022: One Thing Everywhere

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Text: various

In this message we expand our consideration of one thing from Psalm 27 - why it's crucial and how it works. We'll trace this theme throughout God's Word to develop a full picture of this vital biblical theme for God's people.

August 21, 2022: One Thing

Be Strong series message 5

Text: Psalm 27

We've preached to seeking wisdom as we would hidden treasures. We'll develop the picture the Bible paints so that when we say we are seeking the Lord and His wisdom, it is the one thing we truly desire. This message is anchored in Psalm 27.

August 14, 2022: Wisdom and Money

In this message we examine God's wisdom regarding finances. Johnny Guy shows us God's perspective from Proverbs regarding our work ethic, money management, and generosity! We are given good practical advice from Johnny, who has served many years as an elder in DBC!

July 31, 2022: Profiles in Wisdom

Be Strong series message 4

Text: Proverbs 3:7

We just preached to Proverbs 3:5-6, but do we know what Proverbs 3:7 says? It's the foundation for embracing wisdom in one's life. We'll identify 6 markers seen in every wise man, woman and child: Profiles in Wisdom. Next week we'll do the same, but with the fool.

July 24, 2022: Trust Him!

Be Strong series message 3

Text: Proverbs 3:5-6

There is a beautiful passage in Proverbs that you are likely familiar with. It has brought comfort and guidance for generations. Trust in the Lord, we are told, and do not lean on our own understanding. Think about it - we've seen stunning imagery from space recently. In the vastness of our universe, God cares about us...each of us. The "fear of the Lord" is recognizing just how awesome God truly is, taking comfort in His love for us and in His grace, and ordering our lives in accordance with His wisdom, not ours.